Buy Rhododendron 'Shining Sea'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

8a-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Shining Sea' plant details

Rhododendron 'Shining Sea' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Shining Sea'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Shining Sea'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new hybrid sporting intensely red, waxy flowers with red stamens tipped in white. Glossy leaves are medium sized and show their veining. On the west coast blooms late February into early March.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gardening facts about Rhododendron 'Shining Sea' plant

How to Grow Rhododendron 'Shining Sea'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen